chapter – 8 : summary of courses, training programmes,...

Chapter – 8 : Summary of Courses, Training Programmes, Examination & Assessment

Regulation : II / 1 of STCW’95 & Section : A-II/1 of STCW Code

Department Nautical Level : Operational Level Capacity : Officer in-charge of Navigational Watch

Duration of the Post Sea Training Course is 4 months excluding those competencies against whom reference for IMO Model course has been indicated. These competencies are covered in separate additional Modular Courses. Nautical Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, Electronics and Electricity are being covered during the Pre-Sea Training or the Foundation course of 2 months duration.

FUNCTION I : Navigation at Operational Level

No. Competence Pre-Sea Training

On-board Training

Post Sea Training Type of AssessmentLectures Exercise Practicals Simulator

1. Plan & conduct a passage and determine position

Yes Yes 91 hours 39 hours 39 hours Continued assessment and written examination

2. Maintain a safe navigational watch incl BRM

Yes Yes 45 hours 6 hours Continued assessment and written examination

3. Use of radar and ARPA to maintain safety of navigation

Yes Yes Based on IMO Model Course 1.07 & 1.08 written & practice / oral examination

4. Use of ECDIS and maintain the safety of Navigation

No Yes 0hours IMO Model Course 1.27 ; written, simulator and orals

5. Respond to emergencies Yes Yes 13 hours 13 hours

Continued assessment and written examination

6. Respond to a distress signal at sea

Yes Yes Continued assessment and written examination

7. Use of Standard marine navigational vocabulary

Yes Yes No Lectures or exercises required since proficiency in English


On-board Training


as replaced by the IMO standard marine communication phrases (SMCP) & use English in written and oral form.

Language is established at the entry level itself, and SMCP is part of pre-sea training and on-board training.

8. Transmit & receive information by visual signaling and other means (Single Letter only)

Yes Yes 6 hours 7 hours visual examination

9 Manoeuvre the ship Yes Yes 13 hours Continued assessment and written examination

TOTAL HOURS 179 45 46

Note: 1- Regarding competence : Use the standard marine navigational vocabulary & use of English language in written and oral form. The basic academic educational background is good enough to meet the requirements.

FUNCTION II : Cargo Handling and Stowage at Operational Level


On-board Training


10. Monitor the loading, stowage, securing and unloading of cargoes and their care during the voyage

Yes Yes 40 hours 12 hours - - Continued assessment and written and oral examination

11. Inspect and report defects and damage to cargo spaces, hatch covers and ballast tanks

No Yes 6 hours - - - Continued assessment and written and oral examination

Total 46 hours 12 hours

FUNCTION III: Controlling the Operation of Ship and Care for Persons on Board at Operational Level

12. Ensure compliance with pollution prevention requirements

Yes Yes 13 hours Continued assessment and written and oral examination

13. Maintain sea worthiness of the ship

Yes Yes 39 hours 26 hours Continued assessment and written and oral examination

14. Prevent, control and fight fires on board

Yes Yes As per STCW Code Table A-VI/3 and relevant IMO Model course.

15 Operate life saving appliances

Yes Yes As per STCW Code Table A-VI/2 and relevant IMO Model course.

16. Apply medical first aid on board ship

Yes Yes As per STCW Code Table A-VI/4-1 and relevant IMO Model course.

17 Monitor compliance with legislative requirements

Yes Yes 13 hours Continued assessment and written and oral examination

18. Application of Leadership and Team working Skills

Yes Yes 6 hours 6 hours

19. Contribute to the safety of personnel and ship

Yes Yes As per STCW Code Table A-VI/1-1, A-VI/1-2, A-VI/1-3, A-VI/1-4 and relevant IMO Model courses.

TOTAL HRS 95 35GRAND TOTAL 292 83 46

431Hours

NOTES :

1. Total Teaching hours for above mentioned course is 431 hours = 14.4 weeks.

2. 1.64 weeks for Assessments (internal and Final assessment).

3. 1 week to account for Public holidays.

4. Grand Total : 17 weeks = 4 months.

Reference Table A-II/1Standard of Competence for officer in charge of Navigational Watch (Second Mate of a Foreign Going Ship)

Function – Navigation at Operation levelKnowledge, Understanding & Proficiency / Course covered Methods of demonstrating competence Criteria for evaluating competenceCompetence No. 1: Plan and conduct a passage and determine position1.1 Terrestrial and Coastal Navigation1.1.1 Shape of earth, great circle, spherical triangle, earth axis,

poles, equator, meridians, latitude, parallels of latitude,

Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following:.1 approved in-service experience.2 approved training ship experience.3 approved simulator training, where

The information obtained from nautical charts and publications is relevant, interpreted correctly and properly applied. All potential navigational hazards are accurately

Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency / Course covered Methods of demonstrating competence Criteria for evaluating competenceprime meridian, longitude, difference of latitude and difference of longitude, geographical mile, statute mile, comparison with kilometre, nautical mile, cable and knot.

1.1.2 Charts: Natural scale, Meridional parts, chart catalogue, and Gnomonic charts, plan charts, Mercator charts. Procedures for correction of charts and publications including T&P notices, using information from Notices to Mariners and corrections using tracings. Chart folio and Chart correction log (NP 131).

1.1.3 Datums: axis of rotation, directions by gyrocompass, magnetic compass.

1.1.4 Compass corrections: Deviation, Variation, and compass error. Transit bearings.

1.1.5 Distances: Measurement of distance between two positions on a Mercator chart.

1.1.6 Position lines and positions: Definition of a position line / circle, finding the position by range and bearings.

1.1.7 Plane and Mercator Sailings: Departure, D’lat and distance relationship, true course, rhumb line, parallel sailing formula, distance between two positions, use of traverse table, Days work exercises, Calculate slip. Mercator sailing.

1.1.8 Chartwork exercises: Allowing and counteracting current and leeway, tidal stream, running fix, (transfer of position lines / circles) , horizontal sextant angles, finding out actual set and rate of current,

1.1.9 Information from nautical charts, lists of lights and other publications: Publication 5011, Tide tables, IALA system of buoyage, geographical range, luminous range, nominal range, raising / dipping, first / last sighting distances, ,.

1.1.10 Tides: Range, duration of tide, height of tide, spring and neap tides, standard and secondary port, tide calculations, heights for intermediate times & visa-versa. Using tidal stream atlas.

appropriate.4 approved laboratory equipment’s trainingUsing: chart catalogues, charts, nautical publications, radio navigational warnings, sextant, azimuth mirror, electronic navigation equipment, echo-sounding equipment, compass

identified

Calculations and measurements of navigational information are accurate

The charts selected are the largest scale suitable for the area of navigation and charts and publications are corrected in accordance with the latest information available.

Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency / Course covered Methods of demonstrating competence Criteria for evaluating competenceObtaining current direction and rate from approach charts.

1.1.11 Keeping a log: Procedures for keeping log during ocean passages, coastal navigation and at anchor.

1.1.12 Passage PlanningPlan a passage between two ports from berth to berth using the procedures for passage planning. Appraisal – ascertain the charts and publication required

for the voyage and whether they are corrected and up-to-date, Extract all relevant information from the publications and obtain weather prognosis.

Planning – Plot courses on the charts, both small and large scale, way points, no-go areas, contingency anchorages, alerts, abort points and other relevant marks. Prepare a Passage Plan document.

Execution – During the voyage, fix positions as indicated on the passage plan, maintain sufficient bridge manning levels, obtain Navigational and weather warnings, maintain lookout and navigate to keep clear of other vessels and navigational hazards.

Monitoring – Monitor frequently the traffic, position, weather, visibility and maintain a situational awareness at all times. Check the proper functioning of navigational instruments and fill up logs periodically during watch.

1.1.13 Great Circle sailing : Use gnomonic chart to plot a great circle track and transfer it to a Mercator chart. Obtain initial and final course and find vertex. Calculate the great circle distances.

1.2 Celestial Navigation1.2.1 Solar system: Celestial pole, perihelion and aphelion,

Kepler’s laws of planetary motion, solstices and equinoxes, SHA, Declination of bodies and ‘d’ correction, twilights, earth -moon system, solar and lunar eclipses.1.2.2 Celestial

Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency / Course covered Methods of demonstrating competence Criteria for evaluating competencesphere and equinoctial system of co-ordinates: Celestial sphere, celestial poles, celestial meridians, equinoctial, obliquity of ecliptic.

1.2.3 Hour angle: GHA, LHA, SHA, ‘v’ correction, right ascension.1.2.4 Daily motion and horizontal system of co-ordinates: Rational

horizon, zenith, nadir, vertical circle, elevated pole, depressed pole, true altitude, azimuth, true zenith distance, PZX triangle, circumpolar bodies. 1.2.5 Sextant and altitude corrections: Errors of sextant. Reading a sextant, index error, visible, sensible and rational horizons, observed attitude, dip, apparent altitude, refraction, semi-diameter and parallax, 1.2.6 Amplitude: Theoretical and visible sunrise and sun set, calculation of true amplitude.

1.2.7 Time: Relationship between LHA (sun) and LAT, mean solar day, equation of time, GMT, LMT and longitude relationship, zone and standard times,

1.2.8 Nautical Almanac: Information in Nautical Almanac and using it for celestial observations.

1.2.9 Latitude by meridian altitude: Calculation of latitude by meridian altitude. 1.2.10 Pole Star observations: Identification of Polaris, a0, a1, a2 corrections and calculation of azimuth and position line & a position through which it passes.

1.2.11 Position fixing: Ex-Meridian of sun. Long by chron and intercept methods of sight calculation, true azimuth of a body, position finding by simultaneous & staggered observations.

1.2.12 Errors of compasses — Azimuths: Calculation of magnetic compass and gyro compass errors by observing heavenly bodies, by using ABC tables,.

Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency / Course covered Methods of demonstrating competence Criteria for evaluating competence1.3 Electronic Systems of Position Fixing1.3.1 Terrestrial Navigation systems : principle, block diagram,

working, and errors of new terrestrial electronic position fixing systems, e.g. E-Loran (when functional)

1.3.2 Global Positioning System (GPS): Basic principle and errors of GPS system and DGPS.

1.3.3 Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS) : ECDIS, comparison of ECDIS and paper charts.Difference between Raster and Vector charts, and between ECS and ECDIS.

1.3.4 Automatic Identification System (AIS) - Purpose of AIS - information exchanged and types of messages - Ship to ship data exchange - Information displayed on AIS screen - Limitations of AIS and - precautions during use of AIS for collision avoidance.

1.3.5 LRIT (Long Range Identification and Tracking) - Purpose of LRIT, Data transmitted by LRIT - Authorised receivers/ users of LRIT - Difference between LRIT and AIS

1.3.6 VDR (Voyage Data Recorder)- Concept and purpose of VDR - Details of data recorded on VDR and the duration of data stored; modules of VDR, float-free - Playback options

S-VDR (Simplified VDR)

Echo-sounders and Speed Measurement

Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following:.1 approved in-service experience.2 approved training ship experience.3 approved simulator training, whereappropriate

Assessment of evidenceobtained from approved training course on ECDIS.

The primary method of fixingthe ship’s position is the mostappropriate to the prevailingcircumstances and conditions.The reliability of theinformation obtained from theprimary methods of positionfixing is checked atappropriate intervals.The position is determinedwithin the limits of acceptableinstrument /system errors.

Performance checks and tests to navigation systems comply with manufacturer’s recommendations And good navigational practice.

Errors in magnetic and gyro- compasses are determined and correctly applied to courses and bearings

The selection of the mode of steering is the most suitable for the prevailing weather, sea and traffic conditions and intended manoeuvres.

Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency / Course covered Methods of demonstrating competence Criteria for evaluating competence1.3.7 Echo sounders: Basic principle, block diagram, operation and

errors of echo sounder.

1.3.8 Speed log: Basic principle of Electro magnetic log, Doppler speed logs, and their limitations. Janus configuration.

Compass — Magnetic and gyro1.3.9 The magnetism of the earth. Magnetic poles and variation.1.3.10 The magnetic compass: Liquid and dry card magnetic

compass, lubber line and ship’s deviation. 1.3.11 The gyro-compass: Free gyroscope, gyroscopic inertia and

precession, tilt & drift, damping, North seeking ability of gyro compass, basic knowledge of the errors of gyro and application of course, latitude and speed errors, calculation of gyro error.

1.3.12 The automatic pilot: Principle, functions, auto pilot alarm,. Various settings of the auto-pilot for optimal performance.

Steering control systems1.3.13 Knowledge of steering control systems, operational

procedures, and change over from manual to auto and vice-versa, procedure for testing of steering system. Use of Rate of Turn Indicator (ROTI).

1.4 MeteorologyThe Meteorological Elements

1.4.1 Shipborne meteorological instruments: , Aneroid Barometer and barograph, , , Hygrometer and Stevenson’s Screen, Whirling Psychrometer, Wind Sensors (anemometer), sea water temperature bucket.

1.4.2 he atmosphere, its composition and physical properties: Troposphere, Tropopause, Stratosphere, Stratopause,

Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency / Course covered Methods of demonstrating competence Criteria for evaluating competenceMesosphere, Mesopause, Thermosphere, Insolation, Water Vapour, Evaporation, Condensation, Latent Heat, Dew Point, Absolute Humidity, Relative Humidity and Vapour Pressure.

1.4.3 Atmospheric pressure: Definition of Pressure, Change of Pressure with Height, Average Pressure, Isobar, Isallobar, barometric tendency.

1.4.4 Wind: Beaufort scale of wind force, pressure gradient force, Coriolis force, Buys Ballot’s law, apparent and true wind and its vector calculation.

1.4.5 Cloud and Precipitation: Formation of Clouds, the Different types of Clouds, Classification of Clouds as per height, Precipitation, Drizzle, Hail, Snow, Sleet

1.4.6 Visibility: Formation of Fog, Mist, Haze, different types of Fog, effect of Fog, Mist, Haze, and other meteorological conditions on Visibility.

1.4.7 Climatology: The Wind and Pressure systems over the oceans, Mean Surface Pressure and Wind distribution, Doldrums, Inter-tropical Convergence Zones, Westerlies, Polar Easterlies, Monsoons, Land and Sea Breeze, Anabatic and Katabatic Winds.

1.4.8 Sea and Swell : Sea waves, swell, storm surge, tsunami, bore tides. Interpret wind rose.

1.4.9 Weather systems: Structure of Depressions, Air Mass, Source Region, Warm Front, Cold Front, , Anticyclone, Ridge, Col and other pressure systems.

1.4.10 Weather reports and forecasting: Types of Weather Services for shippingand Weather information available to Shipping, Weather routeing services. Meterological offices.Weather Facsimile Receiver, Digital weather receivers, Recording and Reporting Weather observations: Meteorological Codes, Coding and Decoding of Weather messages, Weather Forecasting:

Measurements and observations of weather conditions are accurate and appropriate to the passage.

Meteorological information is correctly interpreted and applied;

Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency / Course covered Methods of demonstrating competence Criteria for evaluating competenceInterpretation of Symbols and Isobaric Patterns on Weather Charts and Facsimile Charts. Identify the weather associated with the synoptic features.

Competence No.2: Maintain a safe navigational watch

Watch-keeping

2.1 Watch-keeping Arrangements and Procedures2.1.1 The content, application and intent of COLREG 72: Rules 1 to

382.1.2 Keeping a safe navigational watch as per Section A-VIII/2 and

B-VIII/2 of STCW : Principles observed in keeping safe navigational watch. Relieving of duties, procedure of taking over watches, action on receiving storm warning, entries in logbook, bridge manning levels. Bridge Procedures Guide and its contents

2.1.3 Keeping an effective anchor watch : Relieving of duties, procedure of taking over watches, action on receiving storm warning, entries in logbook.

2.2 Thorough knowledge of effective bridge team work procedures and maintaining situational awareness.

2.3 The use of routeing in accordance with the General Provisions of Ship’s Routeing

2.4 The effective use of information from navigational equipment for maintaining a safe navigational watch and regular checks to monitor their proper operation.

2.5 The use of reporting in accordance with general principles for ship reporting systems and with VTS reporting procedures.

2.6 Navigational Equipment and Techniques used for safe navigation in restricted visibility (blind navigation / blind pilotage

Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following:.1 approved in-service experience.2 approved training ship experience.3 approved simulator training, whereappropriate.4 approved laboratory equipment’s training

The conduct, hand-over and relief of the watch conforms with accepted principles & procedures. A proper look-out is maintained at all times and in such a way as to conform to accepted principles & procedures.

Lights, shapes & sound signals conform to the requirements contained in the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea and are correctly recognised.

The frequency & extent of monitoring of traffic, the ship & the environment conform to accepted principles & procedures. A proper record is maintained of the movements and activities relating to the navigation of the ship.

Responsibility for the safety of navigation is clearly defined at all times, including periods when the master is on the bridge and while under pilotage.

Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency / Course covered Methods of demonstrating competence Criteria for evaluating competencetechniques).

Bridge Resource Management

2.7 Knowledge of bridge resource management principles including:

2.7.1 allocation, assignment, and prioritization of resources2.7.2 effective communication2.7.3 assertiveness and leadership2.7.4 obtaining and maintaining situational awareness

Assessment of evidenceobtained from one ormore of the following:.1 approved training.2 approved in-service experience.3 approved simulatortraining which includes use of BRM principles and techniques

Resources are allocated andassigned as needed in correctpriority to perform necessarytasksCommunication is clearly andunambiguously given andreceivedQuestionable decisions and/oractions result in appropriatechallenge and responseEffective leadership behavioursare identifiedTeam member(s) share accurateunderstanding of current andpredicted vessel state,navigation path, and externalenvironment

Competence No 3 : Use of Radar and ARPA to maintain safety of navigation

3.1 Fundamental Theory3.1.1 Fundamental principles of radar: Block diagram, use of

various controls and radar as range and bearing measuring instrument.

3.1.2 Safe distances: With respect to radar spares and magnetic compasses.

3.1.3 Radiation hazards and precautions: Safety precautions necessary in the vicinity of open equipment, radiation hazard near antennae and open waveguides.

3.1.4 The characteristics of radar sets: Bearing range accuracy, HBW. VBW, pulse length, pulse recurrence rate, maximum &

Assessment of evidence obtained from approved radar simulator and ARPA simulator training plus in- service experience

Information obtain& from radar and ARPA is correctly interpreted & analysed, taking into account the limitations of the equipment :& prevailing circumstances and conditions

Action taken to avoid a close encounter or collision with other vessels is in accordance with the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea

Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency / Course covered Methods of demonstrating competence Criteria for evaluating competenceminimum range of radar, range and bearing discrimination.

3.1.5 Factors external to the radar set affecting radar detection: Radar horizon, sub refraction, super refraction & ducting, effect of precipitation and sea on radar detection.

3.1.6 Factors that might cause faulty interpretation: Indirect echoes, side echoes, multiple echoes, second ’trace echoes.

3.2 Setting Up and Maintaining Displays3.2.1 Function and adjustment of controls: Transmitter controls,

reception controls, display controls, different types of display, performance monitor.

3.2.2 Measurement of range & bearing: Range & bearing accuracy, error in range & bearing.

3.3 Marine Radar Performance Specifications3.3.1 Performance standards for radar equipment

3.3.2 Limitations of the radar X-band and S-band.3.4 Plotting3.4.1 The relative motion triangle: Drawing of relative motion

triangle and identification of various vectors and angles

3.4.2 Plotting devices: Drawing the relative motion triangle on a plotting chart,

3.4.3 Course, speed and aspect of other ships in relative and true presentation.Set vector lengths based on own vessel speed and range scale in use. Advantages and limitations of use of relative and true vectors and when to use which for optimum efficiency

3.4.4 Closest point of approach (CPA) and time to closest point of approach (TCPA), bow pass, in relative and true presentation and plot.

3.4.5 The effect of course and speed changes on the display. Advantages of compass stabilization of a relative display.

Decisions to amend course and/or speed are both timely and in accordance with accepted navigation practice

Adjustment made to the ship’s course and speed maintain safety of navigation

Communication is clear, concise: and acknowledged at all times in a sea-manlike manner

Manoeuvring signals are made at the Appropriate time and are in accordance with the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea

Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency / Course covered Methods of demonstrating competence Criteria for evaluating competence3.4.6 Standardized report format and reporting procedure:

Elements of the two parts of a report (bearing and change, range and change, CPA, TCPA, course, aspect and speed)

3.4.7 Use of Trial manoeuvre and predictive motion vectors. 3.5 The Use of Radar in Navigation :3.5.1 Obtaining position fix by radar bearings and ranges, possible

errors,. Reliability of fix.3.5.2 Aids to radar navigation : Use of passive (trails, history )and

active aids, RACONs and SARTs. Explain AIS overlay on radar / ARPA.

3.5.3 The use of parallel indexing technique in radar navigation:, wheel over positions and safety margins.

3.6 Radar and COLREG 19723.6.1 The relationship of COLREG 1972 to the use of radar:

Lookout, safe speed, plotting of targets and actions to be taken to avoid collision in clear and bad visibility conditions.

3.7 Review of Plotting Techniques: Course, speed, aspect, CPA and TCPA determination, avoiding action.

3.8 Principal ARPA Systems: Vectors (relative and true), digital read-out, potential points of collision, predicted areas of danger.

3.9 IMO Performance Standards for Automatic Radar Plotting Aids (ARPA): Requirements for acquisition and tracking of targets, operation warnings, gyro and log inputs.

3.10 Acquisition of Targets: Manual and automatic acquisition of targets, guard rings and guard zones.

3.11 Tracking Capabilities and Limitations: Principle of tracking by ARPA, target swap.

3.12 Processing Delays: The reason for delay in display.3.13 Setting Up and Maintaining Displays: Optimum display of

Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency / Course covered Methods of demonstrating competence Criteria for evaluating competenceechoes, use of echo referencing in the true motion mode.

3.14 Representation at Target Information:, results of trial manoeuvres, benefits and limitations of operational warnings.

3.15 Errors of Interpretation: Lost target, incorrect interpretation of ARPA data

3.16 Errors in Displayed Data: Errors in bearing by backlash, ship motion, asymmetrical antenna beam, azimuth quantization, error range by rolling of “own ship”, range quantization, effects of heading and speed errors on derived information.

3.17 System Operational Tests: Self-diagnostic routines.3.18 Risks of Over-reliance on ARPA3.19 Obtaining Information from ARPA Displays: Critical targets,

relative and true course and speed of target, CPA and TCPA targets.

3.20 Application of COLREG 1972: Analysis of displayed situations, actions to avoid close quarter situations.

3.21 Ground stabilization: Errors involved, advantages and limitations of ground stabilization and sea stabilization.

3.22 Caution to be taken when used in conjunction with Doppler Log (Doppler feed to ARPA)

Competence No. 4: Use of ECDIS to maintain the Safety of Navigation

4.1 Knowledge of the capability and limitations of ECDISoperations including:.1 a thorough understanding of Electronic Navigational Chart(ENC) data, data accuracy, presentation rules, display options and other chart data formats.2 the dangers of over reliance.3 familiarity with the functions of ECDIS required by performance standards in force

4.2. Proficiency in operation, interpretation, and analysis of

Examination andassessment of evidenceobtained from one ormore of the following:.1 approved training shipexperience.2 approved ECDISsimulator training

Monitors information onECDIS in a manner thatcontributes to safe navigationInformation obtained fromECDIS (including radar overlayand/or radar tracking functions,when fitted) is correctlyinterpreted and analyzed takinginto account the limitations ofthe equipment, all connectedsensors (including radar andAIS where interfaced), and

Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency / Course covered Methods of demonstrating competence Criteria for evaluating competenceinformation obtained from ECDIS, including:.1 use of functions that are integrated with other navigation systems in various installations, including proper functioning and adjustment to desired settings.2 safe monitoring and adjustment of information includingown position, sea area display, mode and orientation, chart data displayed, route monitoring, user-created information layers, contacts (when interfaced with AIS and/or radar tracking) and radar overlay functions (when interfaced).3 confirmation of vessel position by alternate means.4 efficient use of settings to ensure conformance tooperational procedures, including alarm parameters foranti-grounding, proximity to contacts and special areas,completeness of chart data and chart update status, and backup arrangements .5 adjustment of settings and values to suit the present conditions .6 situational awareness while using ECDIS including safe water and proximity of hazards, set and drift, chart data and scale selection, suitability of route, contact detection and management, and integrity of sensors

prevailing circumstances andconditionsSafety of navigation is maintained through adjustments made to the ship’s course and speed through ECDIS-controlled track keeping functions (when fitted).Communication is clear,concise and acknowledged atall times in a seamanlike manner

Competence No. 5: Respond to emergencies5.1 Contingency plans for response to emergencies: List the Contents of muster list, State that the duties are assigned to remote control operations, Describe the divisions of the crew into a command team, emergency team, back-up team and engine room team.State that good communication between command team and emergency teams are essential, Describe the actions taken in various emergencies

5.2. Measures which should be taken in emergencies for the protection and safety of the ship, passengers and crew 4

Examination andassessment of evidenceobtained from one or moreof the following:1 approved in-service experience2 approved training ship experience3 approved simulatortraining, where appropriate 4 practical training

The type and scale of theemergency is promptly identified

Initial actions and, if appropriate, manoeuvring of the ship are in accordance with contingency plans and are appropriate tote urgency of the situation and nature of the emergency

Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency / Course covered Methods of demonstrating competence Criteria for evaluating competence5.2.1. Actions to be taken on stranding. Initial damage, assessment

and control, sounding of compartments, sounding depths all round the ship using hand-lead 5.2.2. State the Actions to be taken following a collision considering Initial damage, assessment and control, stoppage of engine, preparing life boat, sending distress or urgency signal

5.2.3. Precautions for the protection and safety of passengers in emergency situations : warning the passengers, evacuating all passengers, taking a roll call, instructing passengers during drills and supply of blankets.

5.2.4. Means of limiting damage and salving the ship following a fire or explosion: Cooling of compartment boundaries, inspection for damage.

5.2.5 Procedure for abandoning ship: Transmission of distress call until acknowledged, Extra food and blanket, EPIRB, SARTs and hand held VHF sets, warm clothing and life jackets, TPAs and Immersion suits, launching in heavy weather, use of rocket line-throwing appliances and breeches buoy.

5.2.6. Use of emergency steering : Arrangement of emergency steering,

5.2.7. Arrangements for towing and being taken in tow: Towing equipment and tools on board ship, methods of towing disabled ship and communication between two ships.

5.2.8. Rescue of persons from sea or from a vessel in distress: Use of oil in rough weather, waiting for day light,providing a lee, method of rescue when sea conditions are too dangerous to use boat.

Competence No. 6 : Respond to distress signal at sea

6.1. Measures for assisting a vessel in distress: Knowledge of the contents of the IAMSAR, various search

Examination and assessment of evidenceobtained from practicalinstruction or approvedsimulator training, where

The distress or emergency signal is immediatelyrecognized

Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency / Course covered Methods of demonstrating competence Criteria for evaluating competencepattern and signals to be made by ships & aircraft.

6.2. Man-overboard procedures: Initial actions, use of man-overboard function in GPS for homing in to the man in the water, preparations for rescuing man, , picking up man and picking up boat.

appropriate Contingency plans andinstructions in standing ordersare implemented and compliedwith

Competence No. 7: Use the IMO Standard Marine Communication Phrases and use English in written and oral form.

7.1 English language7.1.1 Adequate knowledge of the English language to enable the

officer:- to use charts and other nautical publications- to understand Meteorological information and messages concerning ships safety and operation- to communicate with other ships, coast stations and VTS centres- to perform the officer’s duties also with a multilingual crew

7.2 Standard Marine Communication Phrases7.2.1 Use and understand the IMO Standard Marine

Communication Phrases (SMCP)

Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from practical instruction

English language nautical publications and messages relevant to the safety of the ship are correctly interpreted or drafted

Communications are clear and understood

Competence No. 8: Transmit and receive information by visual signalling

81 Signalling by Morse Code (Transmission & reception): Morse symbols for the alphabet and numerals, transmit and receive single letter signals by Morse light (at the rate of 8 characters per minute), as specified in the International code of signals. Ability to transmit and receive the distress signal “SOS”, urgency signal “XXX”, and Safety signal “TTT”, ,

Assessment of evidence obtained from practical instruction and / or simulation

Communications within the operator’s area of responsibility are consistently successful

Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency / Course covered Methods of demonstrating competence Criteria for evaluating competence8.2 Using International Code of Signals: Recognition of

International codes flags and pendants, purpose of International code of signals, , meanings of single-letter Flag signals, International Code Signal of distress.

Competence No. 9: Manoeuvre the ship

9.1 The effects of various deadweights, draughts, trim, speed and under-keel clearance on turning circles and stopping distances. Manoeuvring Data of Ship : Advance, transfer, drift angle, tactical diameter, track reach, head reach, side reach, turning circles of a ship, directional stability.

9.2 Effect of wind and current on ship handling: Effect of wind on a given ship while moving and when making large turns, effect of current on the motion of the ship,

9.3 Manoeuvres for the rescue of a man overboard: Immediate action, delayed action, single turn, Williamson turn and Scharnow turn, sequence of actions when a person is seen to fall overboard.

9.4 Squat and shallow-water and similar effects: Shallow water, squat and bank effect.

9.5. Proper procedures for anchoring and mooring:

Procedure for anchoring, and the precautions to be taken.Use the correct terminology for communication between bridge and anchor station crewUse of anchor buoys,Marking of the cable, sealing of spurling pipes, joining of two mooring ropes, slip wire.

Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following:.1 approved in-service experience.2 approved training ship experience.3 approved simulator training, whereappropriate.4 approved training on amanned scaled shipmodel whereappropriate

Safe operating limits of ship propulsion, steering and power systems are not exceeded in normal manoeuvres

Adjustments made to the ship’s course and speed maintain safety of navigation

Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency / Course covered Methods of demonstrating competence Criteria for evaluating competenceMooring plan of a ship, optimum mooring pattern and rope leads.Dangers of using different rope types in one mooring system. Rigging pilot ladder /combination ladder, making fast tugs, using fenders during berthing.

FUNCTION II : CARGO HANDLING & STOWAGE AT THE OPERATION LEVEL

Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency / Course covered Methods of demonstrating competence

Criteria for evaluating competence

Competence No. 10: Monitor the loading, stowage, securing and unloading of cargoes and their care during the voyage

10.1. Dry Cargoes10.1.1. Inspection and preparation of holds: General Inspection of Holds,

items to be inspected, importance of cleaning holds, using dunnage, using spar ceiling, blanking of ballast lines to deep tanks.

10.1.2. Segregation and separation of cargoes: Segregation of different cargoes with reference to Dangerous Goods, dry, wet and Delicate Cargoes, separating adjacent parcels of cargo.

10.1.3. Securing cargoes: Lashing Code and Cargo Securing Manual. Methods of blocking, lashing, shoring and tomming cargo, methods of securing heavy loads and vehicles and trailers.

10.1.4. Ventilation and control of sweat: Control of sweat by ventilation, operation of ventilation system, cargoes requiring special ventilation

10.1.5. Deck cargo: Efficient securing of deck cargoes, proper battening of cargo before loading deck cargo, safe access to essential equipment and spaces, unobstructed view from

Examination andassessment of evidenceobtained from one or moreof the following.1 approved in-service experience.2 approved training shipexperience.3 approved simulator training, whereappropriate

Cargo operations are carriedout in accordance with thecargo plan or other documentsand established safety rules /regulations, equipmentoperating instructions and shipboard stowage limitations.

The handling of dangerous,hazardous and harmfulcargoes complies withinternational regulations andrecognized standards andcodes of safe practice



navigating bridge, max permissible load, IMO code of safe practice for ships carrying timber deck cargo.

10.1.6. Refrigerated cargo: Preparation of holds for loading refrigerated cargo, inspections of the cargo, use of brine traps, purpose of temperature recording.

10.1.7. Container Cargo: Arrangement of a container ship, lashing and securing arrangements of containers, types and sizes of containers, stack weights.

10.1.8 RoRo Vehicles : Preparation of the car decks for the loading of trailers and vehicles, floating decks, stress limitations and procedures for opening, closing, securing of bow, stern and side doors and ramps and to correctly operate, care and maintain the related systems. Maintaining water-tight integrity of the cargo decks.

10.2. Cargo Handling10.2.1. Cargo-handling equipment: Care and maintenance of standing

rigging, topping lifts, cargo runners, cargo blocks and derrick heel fittings, rigging of derricks for loading and discharging of cargoes, ship rigging plan, use of slings, snotters, canvas slings, trays, pallets, nets, chain slings.

10.2.2 Cargo-handling safety: Safe working load of a gear, visual inspection before the start of cargo, mechanically or hydraulically operated hatches, precautions while doing cargo operations, effect of heavy lift on sea worthiness and stability of the ship, effective communication during loading and discharging. Dock Safety Regulations.

10.2.3 Deep tank cargoes: Cleaning and preparation of deep tanks for loading, securing of deep tank lids.

10.2.4 Keeping a safe deck watch in port10.3 Dangerous, Hazardous and Harmful (Marine Pollutants) Cargoes



10.3.1 Dangerous goods in packaged form: Classification of IMDG cargo, use of IMDG code, precautions to be taken while working with IMDG cargo, MFAG, EmS, IMGS, segregation tables.

10.3.2 Keeping a safe deck watch in port when carrying hazardous cargo: Hazardous cargo, special requirements when carrying hazardous cargo, procedure for entry into enclosed spaces and permit to work.

10.3.3 Bulk cargoes (other than grain): IMO code of safe practice for solid bulk cargoes, angle of repose, flow moisture point, flow state, transportable moisture limit, preparations of holds prior to loading bulk cargoes, hazards associated with coal cargoes.

10.3.4 Bulk grain cargoes: Bulk cargo code, preparations of holds for the carriage of grain, insect or rodent infestation, and use of shifting boards.

10.4 Oil, Chemical and Gas Tanker Piping and Pumping Arrangements:10.4.1 Tanker arrangement: Cargo tanks, pump rooms, slop tanks,

cofferdams, deep tanks, tank coating, reliquefaction system.10.4.2 Cargo piping systems: Direct pipe line and ring-main system, piping

arrangement in pump room.10.4.3 Cargo pumps: Different types of pumps for cargo operations, use

of eductors.10.4.4 Hazards of oil, chemical, gas cargoes10.5 Precautions before Entering Enclosed or Contaminated Spaces:

Potentially dangerous spaces like cargo, fuel and ballast tanks, pump rooms, cofferdams, duct keels.Ensure oxygen content 21% by volume, need of thorough ventilation of space, need of preparing safety check list, use of various instruments to check the gases in a compartment.

10.6 Stowage Calculations10.6.1 Cargo calculations and cargo plans: Stowage factor, broken

stowage, load density, ullage, calculation of cargo to be loaded,



extracts from cargo plans, making a cargo plan. Calculation on purchases and tackles Stress calculation on simple beams of equal leg lengths and single derricks. Simple calculations on liquid cargoes based on density, temperature and volume.

10.6.2 Knowledge of the effect of the cargo including heavy lifts on the seaworthiness and the stability of the ship.

Competence No. 11: Inspect and report defects and damage to cargo spaces, hatch covers and ballast tanks

11.1 Knowledge and ability to explain where to look for damage and defects most commonly encountered due to:

.1 loading and unloading operations

.2 corrosion

.3 severe weather conditions

11.2 Ability to state which parts of the ship shall be inspected each time in order to cover all parts within a given period of time.

11.3 Identity those elements of the ship structure which are critical to the safety of the ship.

11.4 State the causes of corrosion in cargo spaces and ballast tanks and the how corrosion can be identified and prevented.

11.5 Knowledge of procedures on how the inspections shall be carried out.11.6 Ability to explain how to ensure reliable detection of defects and

damages.11.7 Understanding of the purpose of the “enhanced survey programme”.

Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following:.1 approved in-service experience.

.2 approved training ship experience.

.3 approved simulator training, where appropriate.

The inspections are carried out in accordance with laid-down procedures and defects and properly reported.

Where no defects or damage are detected, the evidence from testing and examination clearly indicates adequate competence in adhering to procedures and ability to distinguish between normal and defective or damaged parts of the ship.

FUNCTION III: CONTROLLING THE OPERATION OF THE SHIP AND CARE FOR PERSONS ON BOARD AT THE OPERATION LEVEL



COMPETENCE No 12: Ensure compliance with pollution prevention requirements

12.1. Knowledge of the precaution to be taken to prevent pollution of the marine environment while bunkering, loading/discharging oil, chemicals and hazardous cargoes, tank cleaning, pumping out bilges

12.2. Knowledge of anti-pollution procedures & all associated equipment – Oil discharge monitoring and Control system (ODMCS).

12.2.1. The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships, 1973, as modified by the Protocol of 1978 relating thereto (MARPOL 73/78).

12.2.2 Technical annexes: Annex I to VI, and other countries legislation like OPA – 90 and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination system (NPDES) of the U.S. Clean Water Act.

12.2.3. Annex – I : Oil discharge, monitoring and control system, oil and water mixture and particularly sensitive areas.

112.2.4 Annex II : Chemical discharge criteria, monitoring and control system.

12.2.5. Control of oil from machinery spaces: Discharge provisions for oil and oily waste from machinery spaces outside special areas, within special areas, bilge water holding tank, oil water separator

12.2.6 Oil record book (Part I, Machinery Space Operations) Part II (Cargo and ballast operations): Entries to be made in oil record books.

12.2.7. Precautions to be taken to prevent accidental pollution by oil. Checklist while bunkering and transferring in oil, precautions while carrying out any oil operations. Shipboard Oil Pollution Emergency Plan (SOPEP), Vessel Response Plan (VRP)

12.2.8. Procedure and arrangements for Chemical carriers, Record Book

Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following:

1 approved in-service experience2 approved training ship experience3 approved training

Procedures for monitoring shipboard operations and ensuring compliance with MARPOL requirements are fully observed

Actions to ensure that a positive environmental reputation is maintained



for Chemical Cargoes, SMPEP..12.2.9 Operating procedures of anti-pollution equipment: Sewage plant,

incinerator, comminutor, ballast water treatment plant.12.2.10. Garbage Management System, Ballast Water Management and

their discharge criteria.12.2.11 Understanding contents of Annex VI - air pollution12.3. Importance of proactive measures to protect the marine

environmentCompetence 13: Maintain sea-worthiness of the ship

13.1. Ship construction(Including corrosion and maintenance of Hull and fittings)

13.1.1. Ship Dimensions and form: General arrangement general cargo, oil, chemical and gas tankers, bulk carriers, combination carriers, containers, ro – ro and passengers ships, definitions of camber, rise of floor, flare, shear, rake.

13.1.2. Ship stresses: Hogging, sagging, racking, panting and pounding, slamming, torsional stresses

13.1.3. Hull Structure: Proper names for various parts, standard steel sections

13.1.4. Bow and Stern: Stern frame, structural arrangement forward and aft to withstand painting and pounding.

13.1.5 Fittings: Water tightness of the hatches, opening in oil, chemical and gas tankers, chain lockers and attachment of cables, bilge piping system, ballast system, sounding and air pipes.

13.1.6 Rudders and propellers: Construction of rudders and propeller,.13.1.7 Load lines and draught marks: Deck line, free board, Plimsoll line.

13.2 Stability:

Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following.1 approved in-service experience.2 approved training ship experience.3 approved simulator training, whereappropriate.4 approved laboratory equipment’s training

The stability conditions comply with the IMO intact stability criteria under all conditions of loading Actions to ensure and maintain the watertight integrity of the ship are in accordance with accepted practice



13.2.1 Displacement: Displacement/draft curve and table, light displacement, load displacement, dead weight, TPC, MCTC, block co-efficient, water plane co-efficient.

13.2.2 Buoyancy: Meaning of buoyancy, reserve buoyancy.13.2.3 Fresh water allowance: Calculation of TPC, FWA and DWA in

various densities.13.2.4 Statical stability: Centre of gravity, centre of buoyancy, righting

lever, righting moment.13.2.5 Initial stability: Stability upto 100 angle of heel, transverse

metacentre, and hydrostatic curves.13.2.6 Angle of loll: Definition and correction of angle of loll.13.2.7.7 Curves of statical stability: KN curves, curve of statical

stability, deriving information from the curve.13.2.8.8 Movement of the centre of gravity: Change of centre of

gravity of a ship by loading, discharging, shifting of weight.13.2.9 List and its corrections: Calculation of list while loading, discharging

or shifting weights, correction of list.13.2.10 Effect of slack tanks: Free surface effect and its calculation,

calculation of GM fluid.13.2.11. Trim: Calculation of, forward and aft drafts using trim tables.13.2.12. Actions to be taken in the event of partial loss of intact buoyancy:

Closing of watertight doors, cross flooding arrangement.13.2.13. Stress tables and stress calculating equipment — lodicator13.2.14Ships stability criteria,.13.2.15 Use of stability booklet and calculations based on thatCompetence No. 14: Prevent, Control and Fight Fires on board

Fire prevention and fire-fighting appliancesKnowledge of fire preventionAbility to organise fire drillsKnowledge of classes and chemistry of fire

Assessment of evidence obtained from approved fire-fighting training course (Advanced Fire- Fighting Course) and experience.

The type and scale of the problem is promptly identified and initial actions conform to the emergency procedure and contingency plans for the ship.Evacuation, emergency shutdown



Knowledge of fire-fighting systemsKnowledge of action to be taken in the event of fire, including fires involving oil systems

and isolation procedures areappropriate to the nature of the emergency and are implemented promptly.The order of priority, and the levels and time-scales of making reports and informing personnel on board, are relevant to the nature of the emergency and reflect the urgency of the problem.

Competence No. 15: Operate Life-saving appliancesLife —savingAbility to organize abandon ship drills and knowledge of the operation of survival craft and rescue boats, their launching appliances and arrangements, and their equipment, including radio life-saving appliances, satellite EPIRBs, SARTs, immersion suits and thermal protective aids. Knowledge of survival at sea techniques.

Assessment of evidenceobtained from approvedtraining course(Proficiency in SurvivalCraft and Rescue BoatsCourse) and experience.

Actions is responding to abandon ship and survival situations are appropriate to the prevailing circumstances and conditions and comply with accepted safety practices and standards.

Competence No.16 Apply medical first aid on board the shipMedical aid Practical application of medical guides and advice by radio, including the ability to take effective action based on such knowledge in the case of accidents or illnesses that are likely to occur on board ship.

Assessment of evidence obtained from approved training course (Medical First Aid Course).

The identification of probable cause, nature and extent of injuries or conditions is prompt and treatment minimises immediate threat to life.

Competence-No. 17: Monitor compliance with legislative requirements17.1 To demonstrate basic working knowledge of the relevant IMO

convention concerning SOLAS, MARPOL, Load Line, ISM Code, ISPS Code and STCW-95 with regards to contents, objectives, application, amendments.

17.2 Code of Safe working practices for Merchant Seamen17.3 Indian Merchant Shipping Act and Rules: Statutory surveys and

Assessment of evidence obtained from examination or approved training course.

Legislative requirements relating to safety of life at sea and protection of the marine environment are correctly identified.



certificates and preparations for the same.17.4 Classification Society surveys and certificates - Preparations for the

same.Competence No. 18: Application of Leadership and Team working Skills

18.1 Working knowledge of shipboard personnel management and training. 18.2 A knowledge of related international maritime conventions and recommendations, and national legislation.18.3 Ability to apply task and workload management including:.1 planning and coordination.2 personnel assignment.3 time and resource constraints.4 prioritization

18.4 Knowledge and ability to apply effective resource management:

.1 allocation, assignment, and prioritization of resources

.2 effective communication onboard and ashore

.3 decisions reflect consideration of team experiences

.4 assertiveness and leadership including motivation

.5 obtaining and maintaining situational awareness.

18.5 Knowledge and ability to apply decision-making techniques:

.1 situation and risk assessment

.2 identify and consider generated options

.3 selecting course of action

.4 evaluation of outcome effectiveness

Assessment of evidence obtainedfrom one or more of the following:.1 approved training.2 approved in-service experience.3 practical demonstration

The crew are allocated duties and informed of expected standards of work and behaviour in a manner appropriate to the individuals concerned.

Training objectives and activities are based on assessment of current competence and capabilities and operationalrequirements.

Operations are demonstrated to be in accordance with applicableRules.

Operations are planned andresources are allocated asneeded in correct priority toperform necessary tasks.

Communication is clearlyand unambiguously givenand received.

Effective leadership behaviours are demonstrated.

Necessary team member(s)share accurate understanding of



current and predicted vessel andoperational status and external environment.

Decisions are most effective for the situation.

Operations are demonstrated to be effective and in accordancewith applicable rules.

Competence No.19: Contribute to the safety of personnel and ship

19.1 Knowledge of personal survival techniques.

19.2 Knowledge of fire prevention and ability to fight and extinguishing fires.

19.3 Knowledge of elementary first aid.

19.4 Knowledge of personal safety and social responsibilities.

Assessment of evidence obtained from approved trainings and experiences as set out in section A-VI/1, paragraph 2

Appropriate safety and protective equipment is correctly used.

Procedures and safe working practices designed to safeguard personnel and the ship are observed at all times.

Initial and follow-up actions on becoming aware of an emergency conforms with established emergency response procedures.

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